LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — An Italian restaurant’s lawsuit alleging the Las Vegas Grand Prix cost it millions of dollars in business will not move forward.
An order of dismissal was filed last week in the complaint brought by Ferraro’s Ristorante against the race, Formula 1’s parent company Liberty Media, and Clark County.
The complaint is being dismissed without prejudice, according to the order, meaning it could be refiled. All parties said they agreed to the dismissal and will be responsible for their own attorneys’ fees and costs.
“The case was dismissed without prejudice and there was no judgment, monetary or otherwise,” the Las Vegas Grand Prix said in a statement provided to News 3. “We look forward to producing the upcoming event and continuing to foster our relationship with the local community.”
No reason for the dismissal was included. News 3 has reached out to attorneys for Ferraro’s seeking comment.
Filed in Clark County District Court last year, the complaint alleged ongoing roadwork for the Grand Prix’s 2023 debut disrupted business at Ferraro’s.
“The overall F1 construction made it difficult, if not impossible, for employees and patrons to access Ferraro’s for the greater part of 2023,” the complaint stated.
Attorneys also argued that the race represented an “existential threat” to Ferraro’s if it continued each year because of the disruption.
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Earlier this year, the Las Vegas Grand Prix reached settlements over similar issues brought by Battista’s Hole in the Wall, Stage Door Casino and Jay’s Market.
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